Client Finance Portfolio Manager Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Client Finance Portfolio Manager Paul Hastings LLP flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan, profit sharing United States, Massachusetts, Boston Jun 22, 2025 Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world’s top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth. We have an opening for a Client Finance Portfolio Manager in our Finance Department. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Manager, Client Finance and the indirect supervision of the Director of Client Finance, a Client Finance Portfolio Manager manages and facilitates the collection activity of a multi-million dollar accounts receivable portfolio. In this capacity, the Client Finance Portfolio Manager will: Determine the collectability of a large portfolio of the Firm’s receivables and coordinate the collection of monies, including clients involved in bankruptcy and e-billing;
Correspond with the billing attorney and/or relationship partner to propose the course of action to maximize collection dollars; Advise the Firm’s attorneys in matters of policy with respect to ethical issues, debtor work, billing procedures and write offs;
Effectively resolve billing issues through coordination with the Billing department; Research disputed account balances, and suggest future actions to avoid such disputes when appropriate;
Negotiate settlements with clients; Escalate legal issues to management;
Develop strategic relationships with internal and external clients to help achieve the Firm’s fiscal goals;
Work overtime as required, particularly during month-end and year-end; and
Handle additional collection-related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies:

Knowledge of the Elite accounting system;
Knowledge of Bankruptcy law and related billing and collection procedures;
Knowledge of applicable rules of professional ethics; and
Knowledge of the rules of Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree (Business, Economics or Finance) or equivalent experience (preferred);
At least 7 years work experience (required); and
At least 5 years of collections or finance experience (preferred). Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability. Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
Lifestyle Spending Account
Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events)
Retirement Plan Consulting
Anniversary Bonus Program
Professional Development Programs
Transportation and Commuter Benefits
International Travel Insurance
Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
Prepaid Legal Insurance
Employee Discounts
And More! The Firm has a range of inclusion initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women’s Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives, which are voluntary and open to all, provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests. Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.